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As if living out his dream, Stanley Chan Ka-leung is the proud owner of Golden Sixty, which has been crowned Horse of the Year for the last two years. Over the years, he has owned several horses, but Golden Sixty has brought him immense joy and success.
Golden Sixty, an Australian-bred racehorse, was purchased at a ready-to-run sale by Chan with the help of his trusted trainer, Francis Lui Kin-wai. The purchase was made through a Privately Purchased Griffin (PPG) permit allotted by the Hong Kong Jockey Club via a ballot process.
Over the past few years, Golden Sixty has achieved 24 wins, making him the horse with the most wins in Hong Kong racing history, and has become a beloved figure in the horse racing community.
For Chan, owning Golden Sixty has been a dream come true, and he is quick to credit the horse’s success to a combination of natural talent, hard work, and a trusted partnership between him, trainer and jockey. He has immense faith in trainer Francis Lui and jockey Vincent Ho, he says.
“Winning is an incredible feeling – there’s nothing quite like it. But for me, the joy of owning a horse like Golden Sixty goes beyond the victories. It’s about the bond we share, the sense of pride, and the fulfilment that comes from seeing your horse thrive and succeed.”
At seven years old, Golden Sixty is an accomplished champion and, by purchasing Golden Samurai, Chan has taken up the challenge of nurturing and developing another charge into one of the best racers in Hong Kong.
Chan advises potential horse owners not to view it solely as business or an investment, but to appreciate the joy and thrill that comes with owning horses and participating in races.
“It’s not just about putting in the hours or money; it’s about the love of the sport, the joy and the thrill you get from each race.”
Because of the large number of aspiring members wanting to own racehorses and the small quantity of permits…
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